{"product_id":"5150-5150-autosport-high-performance-rod-bearing-kit-bmw-s14","title":"E30 M3 S14 High Performance Rod Bearing Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003eOur High-Performance Rod Bearing Kit for the BMW S14 engine is engineered as a superior upgrade to factory OEM bearings. Designed to address the common shortcomings of stock bearings, our kit includes Calico-coated rod bearings, ARP connecting rod bolts, and ARP assembly lubricant—providing a complete solution for connecting rod maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKit Contents:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCalico-Coated Rod Bearings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eARP Connecting Rod Bolts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eARP Assembly Lubricant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0735\/3827\/3587\/files\/V10_Bearing_Sheet.pdf?v=1739573462\"\u003eInstallation Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Calico-coated bearings feature advanced anti-friction technology, ensuring consistent lubrication even under high-stress conditions. This makes them ideal for both high-performance engines and street vehicles, offering reliable performance and protection against bearing-related failures, such as spun rod bearings—especially during cold starts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition to reduced friction, these coated bearings provide excellent thermal resistance, which is crucial for engines subjected to forced induction or racing. This thermal resilience also acts as a safety net, reducing the risk of engine failure in situations involving oil pressure loss.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a proven track record of extended durability and superior performance, the 5150 AutoSport rod bearing kit offers an unmatched level of reliability compared to standard OEM bearings, making it an excellent choice for anyone looking to protect and enhance their BMW S14\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTech Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e- Just as with any bearings, it's crucial to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003everify tolerances and dimensions prior to installation\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e- Given the specialized tools necessary, we strongly recommend seeking \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eprofessional installation\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e- There are \u003cem\u003eno returns available on any engine bearings\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRod Bolt Installation Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure there is an adequate chamfer around the bolt hole on the connecting rod bolt hole on the connecting rod cap to clear the radius under the head of the bolt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse \u003cstrong\u003eARP Ultra-Torque Fastener Assembly Lubricant\u003c\/strong\u003e to lubricate the threads of the bolt and the under head of the bolt. Then install the bolts and tighten them them hand tight. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eARP recommends using the \u003cstrong\u003eStretch Method\u003c\/strong\u003e when tightening rod bolts. Following the instructions for using a stretch gauge, \u003cstrong\u003estretch the bolts to 0.0065 - 0.0070\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you do not have a stretch gauge, torque the bolts to \u003cstrong\u003e70 ft-lbs\u003c\/strong\u003e using \u003cstrong\u003eARP Ultra-Torque Fastener Assembly Lubricant\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe connecting rods should always be re-sized after new rod bolts are installed. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA log should be kept on the original non-torqued length of each bolt. 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